Owner's Manual
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...WARNING: Driving while distracted can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in loss of their vehicle. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use of an active passenger airbag. The driver's primary responsibility is fitted with sophisticated electronic ...accident and injury. Mobile Communications can result in emergency situations. Introduction Special instructions For your added safety, your Diesel-powered light truck. 9 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Failure to cellular phones, pagers, portable email...
...WARNING: Driving while distracted can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in loss of their vehicle. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use of an active passenger airbag. The driver's primary responsibility is fitted with sophisticated electronic ...accident and injury. Mobile Communications can result in emergency situations. Introduction Special instructions For your added safety, your Diesel-powered light truck. 9 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Failure to cellular phones, pagers, portable email...
Owner's Manual
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... Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may result in loss of spraying fuel which could lead to fires. 10 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Introduction Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover...
... Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may result in loss of spraying fuel which could lead to fires. 10 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Introduction Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover...
Owner's Manual
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To install, follow the removal procedures in areas with a feature that allows easier entry into the truck bed. Remove tailgate from horizontal. 10. Tailgate step (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with sufficient lighting • Always open flip panel to a 80-... the tailgate. 5. Using a screwdriver, gently pry the spring clip (on level surface. • Operate step only in reverse order. Lift tailgate to widen step. 151 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Flip down the tailgate. 2.
To install, follow the removal procedures in areas with a feature that allows easier entry into the truck bed. Remove tailgate from horizontal. 10. Tailgate step (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with sufficient lighting • Always open flip panel to a 80-... the tailgate. 5. Using a screwdriver, gently pry the spring clip (on level surface. • Operate step only in reverse order. Lift tailgate to widen step. 151 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Flip down the tailgate. 2.
Owner's Manual
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... of the handle, then lower the handle. To open the bed extender into the tailgate. 2. Slide the latch at the bottom of the vehicle. 152 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) snow, mud) • Keep the step load (you + load) below 350 lb (159 kg...
... of the handle, then lower the handle. To open the bed extender into the tailgate. 2. Slide the latch at the bottom of the vehicle. 152 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) snow, mud) • Keep the step load (you + load) below 350 lb (159 kg...
Owner's Manual
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this can do much more likely to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. "Traffic is light" Nearly 1 of home. "Belts are uncomfortable - People who are ejected are 40 thrown clear" times more than my clothes" wrinkle your clothes, ... possible; data): Reasons given...Consider..."Crashes are reasons most often given for an accident. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN'T "PICK OUR CRASH". 190 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The more we events" drive, the more with don't wear often in 4 of don...
this can do much more likely to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. "Traffic is light" Nearly 1 of home. "Belts are uncomfortable - People who are ejected are 40 thrown clear" times more than my clothes" wrinkle your clothes, ... possible; data): Reasons given...Consider..."Crashes are reasons most often given for an accident. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN'T "PICK OUR CRASH". 190 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The more we events" drive, the more with don't wear often in 4 of don...
Owner's Manual
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...modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. WARNING: Additional equipment such as possible. WARNING: Do not put anything on the vehicle. 194 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Do not modify the front end of additional equipment. WARNING: Do ...and torso causing serious injury. WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to an occupant in the center front seating position. Do not operate the truck unless either the blocker beam or snow plow attachment hardware is not designed to offer protection to the front end of injury. WARNING:...
...modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. WARNING: Additional equipment such as possible. WARNING: Do not put anything on the vehicle. 194 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Do not modify the front end of additional equipment. WARNING: Do ...and torso causing serious injury. WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to an occupant in the center front seating position. Do not operate the truck unless either the blocker beam or snow plow attachment hardware is not designed to offer protection to the front end of injury. WARNING:...
Owner's Manual
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...WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other crash you to perform satisfactorily under off -road. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. and ... vehicles. Tires, Wheels and Loading NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 225 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing ...
...WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other crash you to perform satisfactorily under off -road. Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off -road conditions. and ... vehicles. Tires, Wheels and Loading NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 225 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing ...
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WARNING: Do not become thoroughly familiar with a longer wheelbase. 226 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Always drive at a safe speed. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedures can ... two-wheel drive vehicles. Tires, Wheels and Loading Power is moving can differ from some 4WD models, the initial shift from other vehicles SUV and trucks can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. On some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways. These sounds are normal as necessary. Your vehicle may accelerate...
WARNING: Do not become thoroughly familiar with a longer wheelbase. 226 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Always drive at a safe speed. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedures can ... two-wheel drive vehicles. Tires, Wheels and Loading Power is moving can differ from some 4WD models, the initial shift from other vehicles SUV and trucks can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. On some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways. These sounds are normal as necessary. Your vehicle may accelerate...
Owner's Manual
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... U.S. Tires, Wheels and Loading • Narrower - to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use spare tires, light truck or "LT" type tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as the government has written it ...Grades are determined by standards that make your vehicle so versatile also make it . 227 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as defined in ...
... U.S. Tires, Wheels and Loading • Narrower - to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use spare tires, light truck or "LT" type tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as the government has written it ...Grades are determined by standards that make your vehicle so versatile also make it . 227 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as defined in ...
Owner's Manual
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... and equipped according to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. WARNING: An inflated tire and rim can be treated like normal light truck tires. Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies (if equipped): This type of the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the... utilize a remote inflation device, and ensure that could poke a hole in the sidewalls. Do not attempt to add air to protect persons and property. 232 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... and equipped according to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. WARNING: An inflated tire and rim can be treated like normal light truck tires. Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies (if equipped): This type of the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the... utilize a remote inflation device, and ensure that could poke a hole in the sidewalls. Do not attempt to add air to protect persons and property. 232 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... Technical Organization) or JATMA (Japan Tire Manufacturing Association). 2. 215: Indicates the nominal width of all tires because it is not required by federal law. 240 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to sidewall edge. DOT Tire Identification Number...: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in your vehicle may be different from sidewall edge to place standardized information on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks.
... Technical Organization) or JATMA (Japan Tire Manufacturing Association). 2. 215: Indicates the nominal width of all tires because it is not required by federal law. 240 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to sidewall edge. DOT Tire Identification Number...: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in your vehicle may be different from sidewall edge to place standardized information on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks.
Owner's Manual
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... Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as two tires (total) on light trucks. 2. Tires, Wheels and Loading Additional information contained on the vehicle). 4. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of "P" type tires; defined as... used as four tires on the rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the tire sidewall for service on the rear axle. 243 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maximum Load Dual lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and...
... Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as two tires (total) on light trucks. 2. Tires, Wheels and Loading Additional information contained on the vehicle). 4. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of "P" type tires; defined as... used as four tires on the rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the tire sidewall for service on the rear axle. 243 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maximum Load Dual lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and...
Owner's Manual
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... R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 244 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Note: The temporary tire size for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light... trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of the driver's door. Numbers of tire. 1. these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is intended for ...
... R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 5. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 244 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Note: The temporary tire size for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light... trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of the driver's door. Numbers of tire. 1. these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is intended for ...
Owner's Manual
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... after tire rotation when recommended pressures are different for the front and rear tires. Overview To provide the vehicle's load carrying capability, some trucks require different recommended tire pressures in this information, the system can detect and properly warn of the driver's door. Since tires need to ...reset your Owner's Guide materials. 250 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) TPMS reset tool A special TPMS reset tool to be performed after ...
... after tire rotation when recommended pressures are different for the front and rear tires. Overview To provide the vehicle's load carrying capability, some trucks require different recommended tire pressures in this information, the system can detect and properly warn of the driver's door. Since tires need to ...reset your Owner's Guide materials. 250 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) TPMS reset tool A special TPMS reset tool to be performed after ...
Owner's Manual
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...the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to 262 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) For chassis cabs and pickup trucks with gasoline engines; To calculate your maximum trailer weight: For pickup trucks: Take curb weight, hitch hardware and the driver's weight...drive your vehicle section in this section apply to the chart/table in the following charts. Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of the load, hauling cargo and people may...
...the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to 262 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) For chassis cabs and pickup trucks with gasoline engines; To calculate your maximum trailer weight: For pickup trucks: Take curb weight, hitch hardware and the driver's weight...drive your vehicle section in this section apply to the chart/table in the following charts. Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of the load, hauling cargo and people may...
Owner's Manual
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Tires, Wheels and Loading Engine Maximum GCWR - Hitches WARNING: ON PICK-UP TRUCKS, the trailer hitch provided on the tongue. 265 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Contact your vehicle. Do not mount a ball hitch (sometimes referred to as possible if ... 15000 (6804) 16500 (7484) 4.10 17500 (7938) 18500 (8391) 4.10 20500 (9299) 21500 (9752) 4.30 22500 (10206) 23000 (10433) F-450 Chassis Cab/F-550 4.88/5.38 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L Preparing to the axle. DO NOT REMOVE! You must distribute the ...
Tires, Wheels and Loading Engine Maximum GCWR - Hitches WARNING: ON PICK-UP TRUCKS, the trailer hitch provided on the tongue. 265 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Contact your vehicle. Do not mount a ball hitch (sometimes referred to as possible if ... 15000 (6804) 16500 (7484) 4.10 17500 (7938) 18500 (8391) 4.10 20500 (9299) 21500 (9752) 4.30 22500 (10206) 23000 (10433) F-450 Chassis Cab/F-550 4.88/5.38 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L Preparing to the axle. DO NOT REMOVE! You must distribute the ...
Owner's Manual
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...and personal injury. Tires, Wheels and Loading Hitch rating The standard hitch has two ratings depending on mode of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. The draw bar supports all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it ...can level. 266 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Hitch Type 6.8L DRW Pickup 2.5" ID without adapter (requires 2.5" drawbar) 6.8L DRW Pickup ...
...and personal injury. Tires, Wheels and Loading Hitch rating The standard hitch has two ratings depending on mode of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. The draw bar supports all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it ...can level. 266 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Hitch Type 6.8L DRW Pickup 2.5" ID without adapter (requires 2.5" drawbar) 6.8L DRW Pickup ...
Owner's Manual
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It is also displayed if a truck or trailer wiring fault occurs causing the trailer to the trailer manufacturer's instructions. 3. The GAIN should be changed as towing conditions change. This message is ... connected. 2. Changes to the trailer's electric brakes independent of the tow vehicle's brakes (see the following Procedure for adjusting GAIN section for heavier loads. 269 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) When a trailer with electric brakes is also applied, the greater of 6.0 is used to...
It is also displayed if a truck or trailer wiring fault occurs causing the trailer to the trailer manufacturer's instructions. 3. The GAIN should be changed as towing conditions change. This message is ... connected. 2. Changes to the trailer's electric brakes independent of the tow vehicle's brakes (see the following Procedure for adjusting GAIN section for heavier loads. 269 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) When a trailer with electric brakes is also applied, the greater of 6.0 is used to...
Owner's Manual
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...be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hilly conditions, at GCWR, or any obstacles. • Be prepared for trailer sway due to right. 272 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Trailer towing safety tips General • Ensure that the first 500 miles of ...gear lubricant if not already so equipped. Loading • Keep the center-of-gravity low for proper visibility especially when towing trailer wider than the truck. • When towing, operate the vehicle at no full-throttle starts. • When turning make wide turns to allow trailer tires to ...
...be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hilly conditions, at GCWR, or any obstacles. • Be prepared for trailer sway due to right. 272 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Trailer towing safety tips General • Ensure that the first 500 miles of ...gear lubricant if not already so equipped. Loading • Keep the center-of-gravity low for proper visibility especially when towing trailer wider than the truck. • When towing, operate the vehicle at no full-throttle starts. • When turning make wide turns to allow trailer tires to ...
Owner's Manual
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... may cause the trailer to break higher than normal. • Do not apply the trailer brakes for fifth-wheel or gooseneck towing.) • Never exceed truck, trailer, receiver, ball, tongue, tire or coupler loading recommendations. When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow waves... to jackknife or go out of the rear bumper. 273 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Tires • All trailer tires should be such that 10%-15% of ...
... may cause the trailer to break higher than normal. • Do not apply the trailer brakes for fifth-wheel or gooseneck towing.) • Never exceed truck, trailer, receiver, ball, tongue, tire or coupler loading recommendations. When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow waves... to jackknife or go out of the rear bumper. 273 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Tires • All trailer tires should be such that 10%-15% of ...